courtsbooknook 's review for:

The Vanishing Stair by Maureen Johnson

5.0

mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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How am I supposed to continue after an ending like that??? The biggest of cliffhangers let me tell you. I thought book one started off so well and I loved that this came in with an even bigger bang. The mystery was heightened and I was on the edge of my seat trying to piece together the clues with Stevie. I also think the character development was great in this book. Stevie is finding herself more at Ellingham and I love her journey so far. I enjoyed how her friends played more of a role in solving the crime and everything. Larry and Stevie's friendship was so wholesome! I'm so invested now and I think this a great series to dive into. Seriously cannot wait to get into book three!